Description
Elevate your virtual racing setup with the Thrustmaster GT Wheel Add-On, a premium 11-inch (280 mm) round steering wheel engineered in collaboration with Sony Interactive Entertainment and Polyphony Digital. Wrapped in genuine leather, this wheel provides the tactile feedback and ergonomic comfort required for precision drifting, endurance racing, and high-speed GT maneuvers. By eliminating complex mounting procedures with its native tool-free quick-release mechanism, it serves as the perfect upgrade for sim racers seeking tactile realism and instant responsiveness.
This versatile add-on wheel is engineered to meet the demands of five distinct target audiences:
- Gran Turismo Enthusiasts: Players seeking the most authentic, officially licensed input device optimized specifically for GT7 physics.
- Competitive Sim Racers: Drivers who require real-time telemetry adjustments via tactile physical controls during multi-class endurance races.
- Drifting Specialists: Racers who prefer a classic 28 cm round wheel shape that slides smoothly through the hands during counter-steering.
- Multi-Platform Gamers: Users who switch between PlayStation, Xbox, and PC setups and need a single, highly compatible wheel rim.
- Thrustmaster Ecosystem Owners: Current owners of T818 or T598 bases looking to expand their steering wheel collection without buying new adapters.
Technical Specifications:
- Wheel Diameter: 11.0 inches / 280 mm
- Depth: 3.1 inches / 80 mm
- Height: 11.0 inches / 280 mm
- Weight: 2.8 lbs / 1,260 g
- Material: Premium genuine leather wrapping, metal paddle shifters, and metal rotary selectors
- Inputs: 4 metal rotary encoders with push-button functionality (12 control inputs total), dual mini-sticks, and magnetic paddle shifters
- Compatibility: Native support for Thrustmaster T818 and T598 Direct Drive bases; backward compatible with older Thrustmaster Force Feedback bases via included Quick Release adapters
- Package Contents: 1 x GT Wheel Add-On, 1 x Racing flyer, 1 x Warranty information flyer
On the virtual track, the GT Wheel Add-On delivers an incredibly communicative driving experience. The 2.8-pound lightweight construction minimizes rotational inertia, allowing the subtle details of the Force Feedback motor to translate directly to your hands. The four integrated metal rotary selectors are positioned perfectly for thumb access, enabling on-the-fly adjustments to traction control, brake bias, fuel mapping, and torque delivery without losing focus on the apex. The crisp, tactile click of the metal paddle shifters ensures positive gear engagements, preventing costly mis-shifts during intense wheel-to-wheel battles.
When compared to standard plastic or synthetic suede rims, the Thrustmaster GT Wheel Add-On stands out through its use of premium genuine leather, which offers superior durability and resistance to hand oils over long sessions. Unlike universal aftermarket wheels that require third-party hub adapters, this wheel features native integration with the new Thrustmaster Quick Release standard. This ensures a flex-free connection to high-torque direct drive bases like the T818, preserving high-frequency force feedback details that are often lost in multi-piece adapter assemblies.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Is the Thrustmaster GT Wheel Add-On compatible with Xbox and PlayStation consoles? Yes, console compatibility depends on the Thrustmaster wheel base you connect this rim to. When paired with a compatible PlayStation or Xbox base, the wheel functions seamlessly on those platforms.
- Does this wheel require an adapter to work with the Thrustmaster T818 Direct Drive base? No, the GT Wheel Add-On features the new native Quick Release system, allowing it to mount directly to the T818 and T598 bases without any adapters.
- Can I use this wheel rim with older Thrustmaster bases like the T300, TX, or T-GT II? Yes, the package includes two Quick Release adapters to ensure backward compatibility with older Thrustmaster Force Feedback wheel bases.
- What is the benefit of the 28 cm round shape compared to a D-shaped or Formula-style wheel? The 28 cm round shape is highly versatile, making it ideal for disciplines that require large steering inputs, such as drifting, rally, and street car simulation, while still being compact enough for GT racing.
- How many assignable inputs does the wheel have for in-game mapping? The wheel features 4 metal rotary encoders with push buttons (providing 12 distinct inputs), dual analog mini-sticks, and metal paddle shifters, giving you ample mapping options for complex sim racing functions.
